Hermès Ultra Slim Two-Tone Dress Watch
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History and Significance
Hermès is rarely the first name collectors mention when discussing ultra-thin dress watches, which is precisely why pieces like this are so interesting. Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Hermès quietly produced elegant Swiss-made watches that reflected the same understated design philosophy that made the brand famous in leather goods and fashion.
Most examples of this reference are encountered in stainless steel, making this two-tone configuration notably less common. The combination of steel and gold gives the watch a warmer appearance while retaining the restrained proportions expected of an ultra-thin dress watch. The finely executed coin-edge bezel adds another layer of detail, creating visual interest without disrupting the simplicity of the overall design.
The dial is arguably the highlight. At first glance it appears minimalist, but closer inspection reveals the distinctive Hermès carriage motifs used as markers. It is a subtle detail that immediately separates the watch from traditional Swiss dress watches of the period. Rather than borrowing design cues from larger manufactures, Hermès created something uniquely its own.
At 34mm, the case feels perfectly proportioned for the style. Thin, elegant, and surprisingly versatile, it wears much like the classic ultra-slim watches produced by the major Swiss houses during the same era while maintaining a personality entirely its own.
Writer’s Thoughts
Handling a lot of vintage dress watches, it's rare to come across something that feels genuinely different. This Hermès Ultra Slim manages exactly that. The two-tone case, coin-edge bezel, and carriage markers create a combination that is truly unique to this watch. Most collectors immediately associate Hermès with leather, but watches like this remind you that the brand has quietly produced some incredibly tasteful designs over the years. The fact that this example remains unpolished with a perfect dial only makes it more appealing.
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Every watch is thoroughly vetted, carefully described with complete transparency, and guaranteed authentic. Each piece is offered in honest condition, ensuring collectors receive a timepiece that reflects both originality and integrity.
Brand: Hermès
Model: Ultra Slim
Year: Circa 1980s
Case Material: Stainless steel and gold
Case Size: 34mm
Dial: Gold dial with Hermès carriage motif markers
Movement: Manual wind
Strap/Bracelet: Leather strap
Buckle/Clasp: Generic buckle
Contents: Watch only
Case: Unpolished case retaining sharp factory lines and crisp coin-edge bezel definition.
Dial: Excellent original condition with no notable blemishes visible.
Hands: Original gold-tone hands in excellent condition.
Crystal: Clean overall with light wear consistent with age.
Strap/Bracelet: New leather strap.
Buckle/Clasp: Generic buckle in excellent condition.
Hermès Ultra Slim Two-Tone Dress Watch
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History and Significance
Hermès is rarely the first name collectors mention when discussing ultra-thin dress watches, which is precisely why pieces like this are so interesting. Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Hermès quietly produced elegant Swiss-made watches that reflected the same understated design philosophy that made the brand famous in leather goods and fashion.
Most examples of this reference are encountered in stainless steel, making this two-tone configuration notably less common. The combination of steel and gold gives the watch a warmer appearance while retaining the restrained proportions expected of an ultra-thin dress watch. The finely executed coin-edge bezel adds another layer of detail, creating visual interest without disrupting the simplicity of the overall design.
The dial is arguably the highlight. At first glance it appears minimalist, but closer inspection reveals the distinctive Hermès carriage motifs used as markers. It is a subtle detail that immediately separates the watch from traditional Swiss dress watches of the period. Rather than borrowing design cues from larger manufactures, Hermès created something uniquely its own.
At 34mm, the case feels perfectly proportioned for the style. Thin, elegant, and surprisingly versatile, it wears much like the classic ultra-slim watches produced by the major Swiss houses during the same era while maintaining a personality entirely its own.
Writer’s Thoughts
Handling a lot of vintage dress watches, it's rare to come across something that feels genuinely different. This Hermès Ultra Slim manages exactly that. The two-tone case, coin-edge bezel, and carriage markers create a combination that is truly unique to this watch. Most collectors immediately associate Hermès with leather, but watches like this remind you that the brand has quietly produced some incredibly tasteful designs over the years. The fact that this example remains unpolished with a perfect dial only makes it more appealing.
Our Promise
Every watch is thoroughly vetted, carefully described with complete transparency, and guaranteed authentic. Each piece is offered in honest condition, ensuring collectors receive a timepiece that reflects both originality and integrity.
Brand: Hermès
Model: Ultra Slim
Year: Circa 1980s
Case Material: Stainless steel and gold
Case Size: 34mm
Dial: Gold dial with Hermès carriage motif markers
Movement: Manual wind
Strap/Bracelet: Leather strap
Buckle/Clasp: Generic buckle
Contents: Watch only
Case: Unpolished case retaining sharp factory lines and crisp coin-edge bezel definition.
Dial: Excellent original condition with no notable blemishes visible.
Hands: Original gold-tone hands in excellent condition.
Crystal: Clean overall with light wear consistent with age.
Strap/Bracelet: New leather strap.
Buckle/Clasp: Generic buckle in excellent condition.